2012 Porsche Cayenne vs. 1981 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Cayenne (380 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 1981 Holden Commodore. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1981 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1080 kg more than 1981 Holden Commodore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Holden Commodore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayenne will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Porsche Cayenne (578 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 438 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Holden Commodore. (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Porsche Cayenne | 1981 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Porsche | Holden |
| Model | Cayenne | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1981 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1892 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 578 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 8-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4846 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1939 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1712 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2896 mm | 2670 mm |
